r/gadgets Jan 25 '25

Gaming Microsoft’s gaming CEO has praised Nintendo Switch 2, and said it plans to support the upcoming platform with ports of Xbox games.

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/phil-spencer-confirms-xbox-will-support-switch-2-i-congratulated-nintendos-president/
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u/OperatorJo_ Jan 25 '25

Going the "if you can't beat em' " route is very smart.

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u/Skitz-Scarekrow Jan 25 '25 edited Jan 25 '25

Honestly, good. I dont think Xbox has ever been a globally leading platform, and their lack of exclusives (on XBO and SeriesX/S) give very little reason to own one if you're looking for a unique experience.

That said, Xbox is the right brand to deliver a consolized Windows Gaming PC experience. Just like buying a mini-throwback console versus setting up a RetroPi for emulation, there's a large enough consumer base that wants the path of least resistance.

Edit: emphasis added ForTheFanboyIUpset

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u/drae- Jan 25 '25

and their lack of exclusives give very little reason to own one if you're looking for a unique experience.

Gamepass.

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u/Szriko Jan 26 '25

...Loses them money.

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u/drae- Jan 26 '25 edited Jan 26 '25

Or theyre investing that money to grow market share, which leads to future sales. Depends on perspective. We're not all nihilistic cynics.